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Gareb from Jattir;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/1_chronicles/11.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Ira the Ithrite, Gareb the Ithrite,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/1_chronicles/11.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Ira the Ithrite, Gareb the Ithrite,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/1_chronicles/11.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Ira the Ithrite, Gareb the Ithrite,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/1_chronicles/11.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Ira the Ithrite, Gareb the Ithrite,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/1_chronicles/11.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Ira the Ithrite, Gareb the Ithrite,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/1_chronicles/11.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Ira the Ithrite, Gareb the Ithrite,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/1_chronicles/11.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Ira the Ithrite, Gareb the Ithrite,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/1_chronicles/11.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Ira the Ithrite, Gareb the Ithrite,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/1_chronicles/11.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Ira the Ithrite, Gareb the Ithrite,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/1_chronicles/11.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Ira the Ithrite, Gareb the Ithrite,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/1_chronicles/11.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Ira the Ithrite, Gareb the Ithrite, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/1_chronicles/11.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Ira the Ithrite, Gareb the Ithrite,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/1_chronicles/11.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Ira the Ithrite, Gareb the Ithrite;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/1_chronicles/11.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Ira (descendant of Ithra), Gareb (descendant of Ithra),<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/1_chronicles/11.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Ira the Ithrite, Gareb the Ithrite, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/1_chronicles/11.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Ira the Ithrite, Gareb the Ithrite, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/1_chronicles/11.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Ira the Jattirite, Gareb the Jattirite,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/1_chronicles/11.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Ira the Ithrite, Gareb the Ithrite,<div class="vheading2"><b>Majority Text Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/1_chronicles/11.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Ira the Ithrite, Gareb the Ithrite,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/1_chronicles/11.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Ira the Ithrite, Gareb the Ithrite, <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/1_chronicles/11.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Ira the Ithrite, Gareb the Ithrite,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/1_chronicles/11.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Ira the Ithrite, Gareb the Ithrite,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/1_chronicles/11.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Ira the Ithrite, Gareb the Ithrite,<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/1_chronicles/11.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Ira a Jethrite, Gareb a Jethrite, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/1_chronicles/11.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Ira, an Ithrite; Gareb, an Ithrite;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/1_chronicles/11.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Ira, from Jattir; Gareb, from Jattir;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/1_chronicles/11.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Ira the Ithrite, Gareb the Ithrite,<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/1_chronicles/11.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Ira the Ithrite, Garab the Ithrite,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/1_chronicles/11.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Ira, who is from Yathir, Arab who is from Yather.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/1_chronicles/11.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Ira the Ithrite, Gareb the Ithrite;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/1_chronicles/11.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Ira the Jethrite, Gaber the Jethrite,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/1_chronicles/11-40.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/wtNNY-qpWWI?start=3607" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/1_chronicles/11.htm">David's Mighty Men</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">39</span>Zelek the Ammonite, Naharai the Beerothite, the armor-bearer of Joab son of Zeruiah, <span class="reftext">40</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/5896.htm" title="5896: ‘î·rā (N-proper-ms) -- Three Isr. From uwr; wakefulness; Ira, the name of three Israelites.">Ira</a> <a href="/hebrew/3505.htm" title="3505: hay·yiṯ·rî (Art:: N-proper-ms) -- Desc. of Jethro. Patronymically from Yether; a Jithrite or descendant of Jether.">the Ithrite,</a> <a href="/hebrew/1619.htm" title="1619: gā·rêḇ (N-proper-ms) -- From the same as garab; scabby; Gareb, the name of an Israelite, also of a hill near Jerusalem.">Gareb</a> <a href="/hebrew/3505.htm" title="3505: hay·yiṯ·rî (Art:: N-proper-ms) -- Desc. of Jethro. Patronymically from Yether; a Jithrite or descendant of Jether.">the Ithrite,</a> </span><span class="reftext">41</span>Uriah the Hittite, Zabad son of Ahlai,…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_samuel/23-24.htm">2 Samuel 23:24-39</a></span><br />Now these were members of the Thirty: Asahel the brother of Joab, Elhanan son of Dodo of Bethlehem, / Shammah the Harodite, Elika the Harodite, / Helez the Paltite, Ira son of Ikkesh the Tekoite, ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/12-1.htm">1 Chronicles 12:1-2</a></span><br />Now these were the men who came to David at Ziklag, while he was still banished from the presence of Saul son of Kish (they were among the mighty men who helped him in battle; / they were archers using both the right and left hands to sling stones and shoot arrows; and they were Saul’s kinsmen from Benjamin):<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/12-8.htm">1 Chronicles 12:8</a></span><br />Some Gadites defected to David at his stronghold in the wilderness. They were mighty men of valor, trained for battle, experts with the shield and spear, whose faces were like the faces of lions and who were as swift as gazelles on the mountains:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/12-18.htm">1 Chronicles 12:18</a></span><br />Then the Spirit came upon Amasai, the chief of the Thirty, and he said: “We are yours, O David! We are with you, O son of Jesse! Peace, peace to you, and peace to your helpers, for your God helps you.” So David received them and made them leaders of his troops.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/12-22.htm">1 Chronicles 12:22</a></span><br />For at that time men came to David day after day to help him, until he had a great army, like the army of God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/12-38.htm">1 Chronicles 12:38</a></span><br />All these men of war, arrayed for battle, came to Hebron fully determined to make David king over all Israel. And all the rest of the Israelites were of one mind to make David king.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/22-2.htm">1 Samuel 22:2</a></span><br />And all who were distressed or indebted or discontented rallied around him, and he became their leader. About four hundred men were with him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/25-13.htm">1 Samuel 25:13</a></span><br />And David said to his men, “Strap on your swords!” So David and all his men strapped on their swords, and about four hundred men followed David, while two hundred stayed with the supplies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_samuel/2-18.htm">2 Samuel 2:18</a></span><br />The three sons of Zeruiah were there: Joab, Abishai, and Asahel. Now Asahel was fleet of foot like a wild gazelle,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_samuel/8-16.htm">2 Samuel 8:16-18</a></span><br />Joab son of Zeruiah was over the army; Jehoshaphat son of Ahilud was the recorder; / Zadok son of Ahitub and Ahimelech son of Abiathar were priests; Seraiah was the scribe; / Benaiah son of Jehoiada was over the Cherethites and Pelethites; and David’s sons were priestly leaders.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_samuel/10-7.htm">2 Samuel 10:7</a></span><br />On hearing this, David sent Joab and the entire army of mighty men.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_samuel/21-15.htm">2 Samuel 21:15-17</a></span><br />Once again the Philistines waged war against Israel, and David and his servants went down and fought against the Philistines. But David became exhausted. / Then Ishbi-benob, a descendant of Rapha, whose bronze spear weighed three hundred shekels and who was bearing a new sword, resolved to kill David. / But Abishai son of Zeruiah came to his aid, struck the Philistine, and killed him. Then David’s men swore to him, “You must never again go out with us to battle, so that the lamp of Israel may not be extinguished.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_samuel/23-8.htm">2 Samuel 23:8-12</a></span><br />These are the names of David’s mighty men: Josheb-basshebeth the Tahchemonite was chief of the Three. He wielded his spear against eight hundred men, whom he killed at one time. / Next in command was Eleazar son of Dodo the Ahohite. As one of the three mighty men, he went with David to taunt the Philistines who had gathered for battle at Pas-dammim. The men of Israel retreated, / but Eleazar stood his ground and struck the Philistines until his hand grew weary and stuck to his sword. The LORD brought about a great victory that day. Then the troops returned to him, but only to plunder the dead. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/1-8.htm">1 Kings 1:8</a></span><br />But Zadok the priest, Benaiah son of Jehoiada, Nathan the prophet, Shimei, Rei, and David’s mighty men would not join Adonijah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/1-10.htm">1 Kings 1:10</a></span><br />But he did not invite Nathan the prophet, Benaiah, the mighty men, or his brother Solomon.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Ira the Ithrite, Gareb the Ithrite,</p><p class="hdg">Ithrite</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/2_samuel/20-26.htm">2 Samuel 20:26</a></b></br> And Ira also the Jairite was a chief ruler about David.</p><p class="hdg">Jairite </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/2_samuel/23-38.htm">Gareb</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/11-28.htm">Ira</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/2-53.htm">Ithrite</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/jeremiah/31-39.htm">Gareb</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/27-9.htm">Ira</a> <a href="/2_samuel/23-38.htm">Ithrite</a><div class="vheading2">1 Chronicles 11</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/11-1.htm">David Becomes King over All Israel</a></span><br><span class="reftext">4. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/11-4.htm">Jerusalem</a></span><br><span class="reftext">10. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/11-10.htm">David's Mighty Men</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/1_chronicles/11.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/1_chronicles/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/1_chronicles/11.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Ira the Ithrite</b><br>Ira is listed among David's mighty warriors, a group of elite soldiers who played a crucial role in establishing David's kingdom. The mention of Ira as an Ithrite suggests his association with the Ithrites, a clan or family group within Israel. The Ithrites are mentioned in other parts of the Bible, indicating their presence and significance during David's reign. The name "Ira" means "watchful" or "vigilant," which may reflect his role or character as a warrior. His inclusion in this list highlights the diverse backgrounds of those who supported David, emphasizing the unity and strength found in their loyalty to God's anointed king.<p><b>Gareb the Ithrite</b><br>Gareb, like Ira, is identified as an Ithrite, indicating a shared lineage or tribal affiliation. The repetition of "the Ithrite" underscores the importance of family and tribal connections in ancient Israelite society. Gareb's name means "scabby" or "itchy," which might have been a nickname or a reference to a personal characteristic. His presence among David's mighty men signifies the valor and dedication required to be part of this distinguished group. The Ithrites' mention in this context suggests their contribution to the military and political success of David's reign, reflecting the broader theme of God's providence in raising leaders from various tribes to fulfill His purposes.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/i/ira_the_ithrite.htm">Ira the Ithrite</a></b><br>Ira is one of David's mighty warriors, specifically identified as an Ithrite. The Ithrites were a clan within the tribe of Judah, indicating Ira's heritage and loyalty to King David.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/g/gareb_the_ithrite.htm">Gareb the Ithrite</a></b><br>Like Ira, Gareb is also listed among David's mighty warriors and is identified as an Ithrite. His inclusion in this list highlights his valor and significance in David's military exploits.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/d/david's_mighty_warriors.htm">David's Mighty Warriors</a></b><br>This passage is part of a larger section detailing the exploits and names of David's mighty warriors, a group of elite soldiers who played crucial roles in establishing and securing David's kingdom.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_loyalty_and_heritage.htm">The Importance of Loyalty and Heritage</a></b><br>Ira and Gareb's identification as Ithrites underscores the significance of loyalty and heritage. In our spiritual journey, understanding our identity in Christ and our spiritual heritage can strengthen our faith and commitment.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/v/valuing_each_member_of_the_community.htm">Valuing Each Member of the Community</a></b><br>The inclusion of individual names in the list of warriors highlights the value of each person in God's plan. Every believer has a role to play in the body of Christ, and their contributions are significant.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/courage_and_commitment_in_service.htm">Courage and Commitment in Service</a></b><br>As mighty warriors, Ira and Gareb exemplify courage and commitment. Christians are called to be spiritually courageous, standing firm in faith and serving God with dedication.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/u/unity_in_diversity.htm">Unity in Diversity</a></b><br>The diverse backgrounds of David's warriors reflect the unity that can be achieved despite differences. The church today is called to embrace diversity while maintaining unity in Christ.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_1_chronicles_11.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 11</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_do_1_chr_11_and_2_sam_23_lists_differ.htm">Why does the list of David's mighty men in 1 Chronicles 11 differ from similar lists in other biblical passages like 2 Samuel 23, and can both be historically accurate?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_1_chronicles_11_11_legendary.htm">Does the claim in 1 Chronicles 11:11 that Jashobeam killed 300 men with one spear suggest exaggerated or legendary storytelling rather than a literal event?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/jechoniah's_father__josiah_or_jehoiakim.htm">Who was the father of Jechoniah? Josiah (Matthew 1:11) Jeholakim (I Chronicles 3:16)</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_40,000_stalls_in_1_kings,_4,000_in_2_chron.htm">Why does 1 Kings 4:26 mention 40,000 stalls for Solomon's horses, while 2 Chronicles 9:25 records only 4,000?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/1_chronicles/11.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(40) <span class= "bld">The Ithrite.</span>--Of Jether, one of the clans of Kirjath-jearim (<a href="/1_chronicles/2-53.htm" title="And the families of Kirjathjearim; the Ithrites, and the Puhites, and the Shumathites, and the Mishraites; of them came the Zareathites, and the Eshtaulites,">1Chronicles 2:53</a>).<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/1_chronicles/11.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 40.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">The Ithrite</span>. One of the families of Kirjath-jearim (<a href="/1_chronicles/2-53.htm">1 Chronicles 2:53</a>). Other similar colonists from Kirjath-jearim, and descended from Shobal, were the Puthite, the Shuma-thite, and the Izrahite. With this verse we count up, <span class="accented">including</span> the dropped-out Elika, the names of "<span class="accented">thirty</span> mighty men." And we may understand Samuel's <span class="accented">thirty-seven</span> to consist of these, increased by <span class="accented">Uriah</span> and the <span class="accented">two parties of three</span> each. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/1_chronicles/11-40.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">Ira</span><br /><span class="heb">עִירָא֙</span> <span class="translit">(‘î·rā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5896.htm">Strong's 5896: </a> </span><span class="str2">Ira -- three Israelites</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the Ithrite,</span><br /><span class="heb">הַיִּתְרִ֔י</span> <span class="translit">(hay·yiṯ·rî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3505.htm">Strong's 3505: </a> </span><span class="str2">Ithrite -- descendant of Jethro</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Gareb</span><br /><span class="heb">גָּרֵ֖ב</span> <span class="translit">(gā·rêḇ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1619.htm">Strong's 1619: </a> </span><span class="str2">Gareb -- one of David's men, also a hill near Jerusalem</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the Ithrite,</span><br /><span class="heb">הַיִּתְרִֽי׃</span> <span class="translit">(hay·yiṯ·rî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3505.htm">Strong's 3505: </a> </span><span class="str2">Ithrite -- descendant of Jethro</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/1_chronicles/11-40.htm">1 Chronicles 11:40 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/1_chronicles/11-40.htm">1 Chronicles 11:40 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/1_chronicles/11-40.htm">1 Chronicles 11:40 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/1_chronicles/11-40.htm">1 Chronicles 11:40 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/1_chronicles/11-40.htm">1 Chronicles 11:40 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/1_chronicles/11-40.htm">1 Chronicles 11:40 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/1_chronicles/11-40.htm">1 Chronicles 11:40 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/1_chronicles/11-40.htm">1 Chronicles 11:40 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/1_chronicles/11-40.htm">1 Chronicles 11:40 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/1_chronicles/11-40.htm">1 Chronicles 11:40 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/1_chronicles/11-40.htm">OT History: 1 Chronicles 11:40 Ira the Ithrite Gareb the Ithrite (1 Chron. 1Ch iCh i Ch 1 chr 1chr)</a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/1_chronicles/11-39.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="1 Chronicles 11:39"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="1 Chronicles 11:39" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/1_chronicles/11-41.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="1 Chronicles 11:41"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="1 Chronicles 11:41" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>